What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer, Vision Products Group (VPG) position at Apple?
Summary
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible — all while staying connected to the people around us.
Description
Join the RealityKit framework team building the infrastructure and automation systems that power Apple's spatial computing platform. This unique role combines deep technical knowledge of real-time 3D systems with expertise in build technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation.
You will design and maintain the development infrastructure that enables the RealityKit team to deliver cutting-edge rendering and spatial computing capabilities. Your graphics background will inform decisions about performance testing harnesses, shader compilation pipelines, visual regression systems, and build optimizations specific to real-time 3D workloads and spatial rendering.
We're looking for an engineer with a background in graphics and real-time 3D programming who finds the greatest satisfaction in building the systems that make other engineers more productive. You'll work at the boundary between graphics frameworks and infrastructure engineering, ensuring that complex spatial computing technologies can be developed, tested, and delivered with confidence across Apple's platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $139,500 and $258,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible — all while staying connected to the people around us.
Description
Join the RealityKit framework team building the infrastructure and automation systems that power Apple's spatial computing platform. This unique role combines deep technical knowledge of real-time 3D systems with expertise in build technologies, CI/CD pipelines, and test automation.
You will design and maintain the development infrastructure that enables the RealityKit team to deliver cutting-edge rendering and spatial computing capabilities. Your graphics background will inform decisions about performance testing harnesses, shader compilation pipelines, visual regression systems, and build optimizations specific to real-time 3D workloads and spatial rendering.
We're looking for an engineer with a background in graphics and real-time 3D programming who finds the greatest satisfaction in building the systems that make other engineers more productive. You'll work at the boundary between graphics frameworks and infrastructure engineering, ensuring that complex spatial computing technologies can be developed, tested, and delivered with confidence across Apple's platforms.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5 years of industry experience in graphics, game engines, or related fields
- BS in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, or equivalent degree/experience
- Strong knowledge of C and modern build systems
- Solid understanding of 3D mathematics
- Experience with CI/CD systems and build automation
- Proficiency in Python for tooling and automation
- Demonstrated ability to identify and solve infrastructure bottlenecks
- Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
- Expert knowledge of Swift and Swift build systems
- Hands-on experience managing Jenkins or similar CI/CD platforms at scale
- Experience with distributed build systems and build caching strategies
- Contributions to build tooling or developer productivity tools
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $139,500 and $258,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Salary : $139,500 - $258,100